Gladden Longevity Podcast -- formerly Living Beyond 120

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden share the importance of not only staying mentally fit during the COVID-19 pandemic, but also staying physically fit. They talk about the importance of critical thinking during these trying times. People are dealing with emotional stressors such as the fear of contracting the virus; not only themselves, but also people they love. Other stressors they cover include the fact that people are stuck at home and the feelings of helplessness and loneliness. They discuss what vitamins and minerals aid in the reduction of stress. Next, they address the importance of staying physically fit during these challenging times; not only to keep the body's immune system at peak, but also to avoid becoming out of shape and overweight as both increase one's susceptibility to the COVID-19 virus. Mark and Dr. Gladden stress the importance of taking walks, going hiking, riding your bike, etcetera, to keep in physical shape, and talk about the recommended time to spend exercising. Remember, the stronger that the body is today, the better the body is at defending itself tomorrow against the virus. We want everyone to be in better shape after this pandemic has passed.

On this special episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden share some of the hopeful news regarding treatment for the coronavirus. They explain the drugs which have had shown potential to cure COVID-19, and they discuss some possibilities for preventing infection They go through a list of what the Living Beyond 120 team recommends doing right now to keep yourself from getting sick. Dr. Gladden also covers what steps he would take if he actually got sick with COVID-19.

On this episode, Mark and Dr. Gladden talk about the necessity of boosting one's immunity, as the world copes with the coronavirus pandemic. They go through habits that can weaken your immune system. This discussion includes how exercise can actually suppress your immune function due to cortisol spikes, and when you should and shouldn't push yourself. They offer advice on how to reduce stress during a challenging time, including mediation and stepping away from social media. In addition, using the Emotional Freedom Technique can help. For a video about the technique, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeYsR-WujMc&t=2s. Your diet is very important for immune system, and they recommend food sources and supplements that will help improve your body's ability to fight disease.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden discuss the Coronavirus (COVID-19). With a lot of fear-based misinformation being disbursed in the media, they provide accurate medical information about the virus itself and what you can do now. Dr. Gladden talks about the differences between the flu and the Coronavirus, who is at greatest risk, and how you can boost your immune system.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden discuss how health is an economy of balance. To support this, they consider some new findings about taking certain supplements and how it can affect different health aspects. One thing can tip the balance for test results, on any given day. Then they turn their discussion to the thyroid again, talking about why many traditional doctors often miss problems that start with a dysfunction of the gland. They talk about the many symptoms that can be tied to thyroid problems, even if your test results appear "normal." They cover the kinds of tests you can get done, outside of your normal doctor's protocol, to help get a clearer diagnosis. The thyroid sets the metabolic rate for the entire body, so nothing will work right unless it is functioning properly.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden begin by talking about how we need to manifest goals in our minds first in order to make them realities. Next, they discuss some recent health tests Dr. Gladden participated in, along with the remarkable results regarding his cardiovascular health and age. He talks about his plans for getting in the best shape of his life. The continue their conversation revisiting the subject of peptides, discussing specific peptides and the amazing outcomes that Dr. Gladden is seeing in his practice. From better immune function, to healing the gut, improved fat burning and much more, they describe which peptides have had positive health effects on many different conditions. To learn more about peptides, you can visit https://tailormadecompounding.com/.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden welcome Richard Rossi, the founder of daVinci50, a Mastermind group of celebrated doctors, Harvard scientists, and world-renowned biohackers who are achieving the big breakthroughs and getting the big results in ultra-healthy life extension right now. They discuss the mindset needed to achieve longevity past what the rest of the world believes is an acceptable age, and they consider how advances in technology and medicine are making the goal of 120 years and beyond more and more possible. About the guest: Richard Rossi's special ability is connecting genius with high-achievers, and that's the business he's been in for over 30 years. He believes high-achievers have the greatest chance of changing the world for the better and deserve every edge – every advantage – to play the biggest game possible in life and achieve true greatness for the benefit of humankind. To date, over 800,000 high achievers from around the world have graduated from live programs created by his companies, with the help of over 200 staff people. He also believes the very best way to honor, educate, and inspire high-achievers is through strong mentors and powerful alliances with peers. And in his world, this is the Mastermind. The Mastermind concept was coined in 1937 by author Napoleon Hill in his book Think and Grow Rich. In his books, Hill discussed the idea of the Mastermind, which referred to two or more people coming together in harmony to solve problems. Cooperation through the use of Mastermind groups was one of the laws of success that Hill learned through studying successful Americans including Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, Theodore Roosevelt, John D. Rockefeller, and Charles M. Schwab. The Mastermind can be magical as an environment that fosters maximum direction, confidence, and capabilities. It allows high-achievers to operate at the highest level with their peers and compress time by being part of an Olympic level team. Like a great university, the mentors and other teachers are critical, but equally critical to success are the other lively minds in the room: your peers who are all fascinated and motivated by the same things you are. The most recent group Rossi is bringing together is daVinci50, the highest-level live coaching program in the world on Superaging™: biohacking our bodies for boundless energy and a dramatically extended life without disease, physical limitation or mental decline. Learn more at superaging.com.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden open the show by discussing a new direction in cancer treatment involving immunotherapy versus chemotherapy and radiation. Then they talk about how you have to be proactive to keep your body youthful as you age chronologically. Keeping your strength up, in various ways, is crucial to stay healthy and to be able to recover better from illness or injury. Maintaining the right mindset and not giving into the idea of slowing down as you age is also very important. Next, they delve into the myriad benefits of molecular hydrogen, explaining why H2Max™ was the first supplement they wanted to offer through Living Beyond 120.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120, Mark and Dr. Gladden invite Scott Nelson, co-founder for Joovv, to discuss the wide range of benefits from light therapy. They focus on red light and near-infrared light, which have the ability to help stimulate the mitochondria in our cells to produce more ATP energy. This helps better skin health, optimized sleep, faster muscle recovery, stronger immune function, reduced inflammation, better hormone balance and more. They explore the mechanisms by which light therapy affects people on a cellular level, considering the scientifically proven benefits and the potential ones. Light is not just a therapy, but an essential nutrient for our biology, and they consider how one can supplement this in our lives. About the guest: Scott Nelson is a co-founder for Joovv, the first company to develop a modular, full-body light therapy device. Prior to starting Joovv, he spent his entire professional career in leadership positions with some of the largest medical device companies in the world, including Medtronic, Covidien, and Boston Scientific. In his spare time, Scott is also the host of Medsider Radio, a top-ranked medical device podcast.

On this episode of Living Beyond 120™, cardiologist Kiran Musunuru joins Mark and Dr. Gladden to discuss his study of genetics and cardiovascular disease. They talk about "genetic superheroes" who have certain genes partially or fully turned off in their system, which appears to benefit their cardiovascular health. By isolating these genes and better understanding their function, there is potential for creating medical treatments for people who might be otherwise prone to certain diseases. Dr. Musunuru discusses some exciting developments in the research he's been working on with gene editing. He also shares the top three things he believes people should do to live longer, better lives. About the Guest: KIRAN MUSUNURU, MD, PhD, MPH, ML, author of The CRISPR Generation: The Story of the World's First Gene-Edited Babies, is one of the world's leading experts in genetics and gene editing, is an Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine and Genetics in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Musunuru studied and trained at Harvard University, Cornell University Medical College, The Rockefeller University, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Johns Hopkins University, and University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on the genetics of heart disease and seeks to identify genetic factors that protect against disease and use them to develop therapies to protect the entire population. In his recent work he has been using gene editing to create a one-shot "vaccination" against heart attacks, the leading cause of death worldwide. Follow him on Twitter: @kiranmusunuru.